Kate Forbes to quit Holyrood, rules out frontline return
Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes announces she will step down as an MSP, citing family time pressures. She reveals no political prize could change her mind. Read her full story.
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Scotland's World Cup Joy Meets Mossmorran Jobs Crisis
As Scottish politicians celebrate World Cup qualification, Mossmorran plant job losses expose Net Zero policy tensions. Read how Holyrood debates energy crisis.
MSPs back bill to sack politicians for misconduct
Holyrood debates a new recall bill allowing MSPs to be sacked for misconduct. Scotland risks being the only UK nation without a recall system if the legislation fails.
Sarwar: Briefing row undermines Government message
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar says the Downing Street briefing war is 'unhelpful' and undermines the Government. He urges focus on the upcoming Scottish elections.
Democrats Secure Election Wins Amid Cautious Optimism
Democratic candidates notch significant wins in Virginia and beyond, though strategists warn against overconfidence as complex voter sentiments emerge.
Democrats confront challenging 2025 state elections
Exclusive analysis reveals Democrats confronting challenging 2025 gubernatorial races in Virginia and New Jersey as Republican momentum builds. Polling data signals potential power shifts in key battleground states.
Trump endorses candidates in New Jersey and Virginia races
Donald Trump makes strategic endorsements in crucial battleground states, backing Curtis Bashaw in New Jersey and Navy veteran John McGuire in Virginia as election season heats up.
Karl Rove's Election Day Predictions Shock Political World
Legendary GOP strategist Karl Rove reveals his crucial election forecasts for New York and Virginia contests, offering surprising insights into Republican prospects and Democratic strongholds.
Swinney pledges cooperation with Westminster in Glasgow speech
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has extended an olive branch to the UK government, pledging constructive cooperation while reaffirming Scotland's right to pursue independence through democratic means.
Microsoft AI deal with Scottish Parliament sparks security concerns
Exclusive: Holyrood's partnership with Microsoft for AI-powered official reports raises eyebrows in Westminster amid ongoing security debates about foreign tech in UK government.
Scottish Labour's radical Holyrood reform plan
Scottish Labour unveils bold plans to transform Holyrood's powers and voting system, as exclusive polling reveals overwhelming public support for constitutional reform.
Swinney blasts Farage's Scottish politics bid
Scotland's First Minister delivers scathing critique of Reform UK leader's potential move north of the border, questioning his commitment to Scottish interests amid constitutional tensions.
Tanzania's President announces election system overhaul
In a dramatic political shift, Tanzania's first female president Samia Suluhu Hassan has reversed her predecessor's position and announced plans for competitive elections, marking a new era of democratic reform in the East African nation.
NY Elections Board Sued Over Gerrymandered Map
New York's elections board confronts a major lawsuit alleging unconstitutional gerrymandering in newly drawn voting districts, threatening to reshape the state's political landscape ahead of crucial elections.
Ronnie Sim: Scottish Political Titan Dies at 86
The political world mourns Ronnie Sim, the formidable Scottish Labour politician whose strategic brilliance and unwavering principles shaped modern Scottish politics and the devolution settlement.
Milei's party wins Argentina midterm elections
President Javier Milei's Libertarian party achieves decisive win in congressional elections, strengthening his radical economic reform agenda and shaking Argentina's political establishment.
Scottish Government Admits Minister Absence From Holyrood
Angela Constance admits Scottish ministers have been absent from parliament debates as opposition parties demand better accountability from the SNP government.
Holyrood and Senedd Face Westminster Power Grab
Exclusive: Scottish Parliament and Welsh Senedd confront significant challenges to their authority as UK government retains control over key policy areas, sparking devolution crisis.
Jeremy Corbyn eyes Scottish Parliament comeback
Exclusive: Jeremy Corbyn is reportedly considering a dramatic return to frontline politics by standing for election to the Scottish Parliament, with Green co-leader Patrick Harvie suggesting the former Labour leader could be a 'formidable voice' for progr
Labour's Nuclear Plan for Scotland Revealed
Ed Miliband announces groundbreaking nuclear energy policy for Scotland if Labour wins Holyrood election, marking dramatic shift from SNP's anti-nuclear stance
Swinney attacks Westminster 'meddling' in Scottish affairs
SNP leader John Swinney launches blistering attack on Westminster interference, vowing to protect Scottish interests against UK government overreach in first major policy speech.
Farage's Council Power Grab Reshapes UK Politics
Exclusive analysis reveals how Nigel Farage's Reform UK is making strategic gains in local councils, challenging traditional party strongholds and potentially reshaping Britain's political landscape ahead of the next general election.
Time to torch Scotland's bloated quango empire
An explosive investigation reveals Scotland's staggering quango crisis with 250 taxpayer-funded bodies costing billions. As public services struggle, calls grow for a radical bonfire of bureaucratic waste.
Scotland's political power shifts from Westminster to Holyrood
Exclusive analysis reveals how Scotland's political influence has dramatically shifted away from Westminster, with Holyrood now dominating key policy decisions affecting Scottish communities.
Swinney refuses to resign after SNP election setback
SNP leader John Swinney vows to continue leading Scotland's government after failing to secure majority in Holyrood elections, facing opposition challenges and internal party pressure.
Swinney grilled over Aberdeen development plans
Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney confronts intense parliamentary scrutiny regarding the Scottish Government's contentious Aberdeen development plans, facing tough questions from opposition MSPs.
SNP Unveils Holyrood 2026 Strategy at Conference
The Scottish National Party charts its course for the 2026 Holyrood elections, focusing on independence messaging and policy renewal amid internal debates and leadership challenges.
Swinney branded 'tired nationalist' in Holyrood clash
First Minister John Swinney faces furious Holyrood confrontation as opposition leaders attack his government's record and temperament in heated exchange.
John Swinney set to become Scotland's First Minister
SNP veteran John Swinney is set to become Scotland's seventh First Minister after securing the party leadership unopposed, promising unity and progressive reforms.
Scottish Government losing public trust, Curtice reveals
Exclusive analysis by Professor Sir John Curtice shows declining Scottish confidence in Holyrood's handling of health, education and economy as constitutional debates intensify.
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